Cruises are a great way to travel, because most everything is already paid for (and you're being entertained and fed in transit!). Cruise Critic has a list of secrets you might not know about taking a cruise, and some of the biggest ones involve food and drinks.

For example, even if the menu offers an appetizer, entree, and desert, you are not limited to just one of each and you can switch up the portions and amounts:

You can order two entrees or three desserts if you choose. You can also order appetizer-sized portions of entrees as starters or order a few appetizers for your main meal. It's a great way to try new foods you're not sure you'll like (escargot, anyone?).

Also, check the Bible in your stateroom even if you're not in the spiritual reading mood: Cruise Critic members say they leave unused drinks cards and couples in those Bibles.

Hit up the link below for a motherload of insider cruising tips and clever suggestions (e.g., use magnets to hang papers on the cabin's metal walls).